Friday December 16th, 2016
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Hip Hop Greats---Taiyamo Denku and Rambunxious
Taiyamo Denku - 5 years ago Denku was a solo artist from Milwaukee, Wisconsin with no direction just doing something he loves. Recreating his idea of the Golden Era of Hip Hop. Now he pushing the collective and brand CyphaDenMusic. Dubbed the collab king from his Hecatomb fam leader Carnage The Executioner… >>
M&T Bank’s Holiday Music Under the Dome Series: Iroquois High School Concert Choirs
For M&T Bank’s Holiday Music Under the Dome Series, the Iroquois High School Concert Choirs will perform holiday classics on Dec. 16 at noon at M&T’s One Fountain Plaza Branch in downtown Buffalo. The event is free and open to the public.
M&T Bank’s Holiday Music Under the Dome Series
M&T Bank’s Holiday Music Under the Dome Series continues! Monday, December 12 features the Mount Mercy Academy “Pure Magic” Show Choir and St. Mary’s School for the Deaf Sign Chorus. Tuesday, December 13 features the Bishop Timon/St. Jude Men’s Chorus performing holiday classics. Wednesday, December… >>
Cory Henry of Snarky Puppy & Roosevelt Collier
You might know Cory Henry as an in-demand, multi-instrumentalist and producer who’s worked with an array of musical legends across genres, including Yolanda Adams, Sara Bareilles, P. Diddy, Kirk Franklin, Kenny Garrett, Robert Glasper, Derrick Hodge, Shaun Kingston, Donald Lawrence, Michael McDonald,… >>
Peach Mag Presents: Benefit Reading for Journey's End
Peach Mag is participating in the International Day of Poetry Benefit Shows with a benefit reading in support of Journey's End. Journey's End is a homegrown organization with the mission of welcoming refugees to Western New York and assisting them in becoming healthy, independent, and contributing members… >>
M&T Third Friday
Highlighting the finale of our Quilts: Techniques and Styles exhibit, join Ann R. Emo, Chair and Associate Professor of Theater at SUNY Buffalo State. Ann will talk about how we can take inspiration from objects to inform design and artistry, using a patchwork quilt she found to create costumes for… >>
Rick Springfield – Stripped Down 2016 Tour
Get up close and personal with the man and his music and the stories behind the songs! A special intimate, solo performances with interactive multimedia and storytelling A Q&A session will happen immediately after the show moderated by Star 102.5. Over the past three decades, Rick Springfield has worn… >>
It's A Wonderful Laugh
The best stand-up comedy in the area! Hosted by Zach Dietsch Featuring Spencer Carr Dre West Sean Marciniak Nora Hurley Jon Garbin Maddy Smith Bruce Wilson Chris Plumer
M&T Third Friday: Quilts
Highlighting the finale of our Quilts: Techniques and Styles exhibit, join Ann R. Emo, Chair and Associate Professor of Theater at SUNY Buffalo State. Ann will talk about how we can take inspiration from objects to inform design and artistry, using a patchwork quilt she found to create costumes for… >>
Last Minute Panic Holiday Marketplace
More than 40 vendors on BOTH floors of the Book Arts Center! Purchase unique, quality handmade goods from housewares, knitwear, and jewelry to hand-printed greeting cards & posters. You will be sure to find loads of thoughtful last minute gifts perfect for giving! Featured Artists at the 9th annual… >>
A Christmas Carol
The Delightful faithful adaptation will shift your spirit into high gear as Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the Alleyway Carolers warm the cockles of your holiday heart for another joyous season!For everyone of every age! 34th Annual Holiday Presentation. A Christmas Carol Schedule:Thursdays and Fridays at… >>
John Morris Russell's Holiday Pops
Don’t miss Mr. Christmas as the BPO’s Principal Pops Conductor brings his signature style to Western New York’s #1 Holiday tradition. Ring in the holidays with hand bells, jingle bells, Silver Bells, Carol of the Bells, Sleigh Ride, The Polar Express and so much more. The Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus… >>
A Christmas Story
Chronicles young and bespectacled Ralphie Parker as he schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams, an official Red Ryder® Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle. An infamous leg lamp, outrageous pink bunny pajamas, a maniacal department store Santa, and a triple-dog-dare to lick a… >>
The Night Before Christmas
Continuing the LOH tradition of interactive family holiday shows, we present this heartwarming hit. Set in Christmastown on a very special Christmas Eve, The Night Before Christmas tells the story of a brother and sister who get caught up in a fun-filled adventure with a colorful cast of Christmas characters.… >>
Junie B. Jones in Jingle Bells Batman Smells
Adapted from the Junie B. Jones series of books. A mischievous and endearing holiday story based on beloved author Barbara Park’s series. It's the worstest day EVER in Room One for everybody's favorite first grader-Junie B. Jones! Tattletale May keeps picking on Junie B. and it's not fair. But, things… >>
Christmas is Comin' Uptown
A musical filled with several soul stirring songs based loosely on the Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. All those Dickensian characters dancing, jiving and swinging to a Harlem beat? Right on! Scrooge is a Harlem slumlord about to foreclose an apartment house, a recreation center and a church when… >>
enWrap
Inspired by both the natural and built environment of the region, Alicia Marván Atelier presents it’s first collection designed specifically for Buffalo, NY. The collection reflects the textures, colors and forms of Buffalo’s unique architectural and natural formations. The one-of-a-kind, handmade… >>
Go Figure
Figure study works by artist Jonathan Stafford in his current exhibit "Go Figure" at 1045 Elmwood Gallery for the Arts. On display through the end of the year. Also, there are continued works by more than 25 in-house artists.
Go Figure Opening Reception
Local artist Jonathan Stafford returns to 1045 Elmwood Gallery to exhibit his new body of work Go Figure, which includes figure studies, landscapes, and one of his most popular series...the Grain Elevators of WNY. Attend the Opening Reception with the artist: First Friday, November 4, 6:00 - 9:00pm… >>
Poinsettias at the Botanical Gardens
Expect the Unexpected! The whole family will enjoy beautiful poinsettias, vibrant colors and playful surprises! *Note special holiday hours: 10 a.m.-noon – Christmas Eve (Dec. 24)Closed Christmas Day (Dec. 25)10 a.m.- noon – New Year’s Eve (Dec. 31)
"The Beauty in Our Backyard" Competition
Open for submissions! The 2017 Beauty in Our Backyard Gardening Art Competition offers artists several incentives for submitting their best garden-themed art. The competition,” produced by the University Heights Arts Association (UHAA), will offer three cash prizes plus an exhibition of the top 25… >>
Picasso: The Artist and His Models
Picasso: The Artist and His Models explores the career of multifaceted artist Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881–1973) between 1906 and the mid-1960s. At the core of this exhibition is an exploration of Picasso’s extraordinary ability to translate three dimensions into two-dimensional evocations. His countless… >>
Curling at Canalside
You’ve seen it on the Olympics, now try it for yourself! The Ice at Canalside has two curling lanes available to reserve during open skate hours. On Tuesdays-Fridays, hold your match before 4:00 pm and receive a complimentary pre and post game water, soda, or Labbatt Blue/Blue LightIncludes: Instructor… >>
Canisius College Griffins Basketball Schedule 2016/2017
Canisius College Griffins College Basketball Home Game Schedule Mon Nov 7 vs. Ryerson (Exhibition) Mon Nov 21 vs. UT Martin Wed Nov 23 vs. Tennessee State Sat Dec 10 vs. St. Francis Brooklyn Mon Dec 12 vs. Albany Mon Jan 2 vs. Siena Wed Jan 4 vs. Quinnipac Sat Jan 14 vs. Marist Mon Jan 16 vs. Monmouth… >>
Rotary Rink at Fountain Plaza
Rotary Rink at Fountain Plaza is a free and open-to-the-public ice rink in Downtown Buffalo. The rink allows all members of the community to enjoy free ice skating throughout the winter season. The official season opening will be on December 5th, with our annual tree lighting event. Skate Rentals end… >>
HERE
Who are we?What does Western New York mean outside of the community that claims it?We are America – rolling hills, waterways, industry and the places of reflection – we are the people. The most difficult question to answer with a direct short definition is: Just what is our region? How are we unique,… >>
